Lead Land Surveyor

Design Alaska, Inc.; Alaska; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Lead Land Surveyor to join their dynamic team in Alaska. This role involves leading surveying operations, ensuring precision and compliance with regulations, and mentoring fellow surveyors. The ideal candidate will possess a strong educational background in surveying or civil engineering and be proficient in modern surveying technologies and software. This opportunity offers a chance to contribute to impactful projects in infrastructure and land development while enjoying a rewarding professional environment. If you are passionate about land surveying and eager to make a difference, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• Licensed land surveyor in Alaska or ability to become licensed.
• Proficiency in advanced surveying equipment and software.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all surveying operations ensuring compliance.
• Conduct and manage various types of surveys and mentor a team.

Skills

Land Surveying

Project Management

Mentoring

Technical Expertise

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Surveying

Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

GPS Software

Total Stations

LiDAR

Drones

Job description

Design Alaska is a multi-disciplinary architectural, engineering, and land surveying firm based in Fairbanks, Alaska, dedicated to creating spaces that strengthen our communities. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Land Surveyor for our survey department. Our team is committed to delivering innovative, efficient, and practical solutions across a range of industries, including infrastructure, land development, and construction projects. We are committed to providing our employees with a rewarding professional experience.

Lead Land Surveyor duties typically include:

• Lead and oversee all surveying operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with state and local platting regulations.
• Conduct and manage boundary, topographic, engineering, and residential surveys.
• Serve as the technical expert for land surveying, mentoring a team of surveyors.
• Plan, schedule, and manage projects, ensuring deliverables are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality.

Design Alaska seeks these desirable attributes in Lead Land Surveyor applicants:

• Currently living in Alaska.
• Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Currently a licensed land surveyor in the State of Alaska, or ability to become licensed.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GPS software, and advanced surveying equipment (GPS, Total Stations, LiDAR, drones).

If you are interested in working for Design Alaska, please upload your descriptive cover letter, relevant experience resume, three professional references, and voluntary self-identification in the "Apply for this position" section below.

Design Alaska is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Plan/Veteran/Disabled Employer